Calgary New Home + Condo Guide - July 22, 2022

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CONTENTS COVER STORY

8 Qualico Communities LIVE A COLOURFUL LIFE IN PAINTED SKY

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INSPIRATION

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Who’s complaining about the heat? Not me! And I don’t have air conditioning at home, either. It’s going to be cold again soon, so I may as well enjoy the sun while I can. The weather’s not the only thing staying hot these days, as Calgary’s new home market continues its blistering pace. And it’s not just in Calgary either, but in the surrounding areas as well.

Take Langdon for instance, this quaint hamlet east of Calgary is getting quite the buzz with the opening of its newest community: Painted Sky. This Qualico Communities development – it’s first here – is making headway as it launches the first phase in what promises to be a most family-friendly neighbourhood this side of Chestermere Lake.

Check out our cover story to find out more.

If you’re wondering if you should buy a new home and build it from scratch, or whether a pre-made new home is right for you, we have the answers in our Spec Home vs. New Build feature inside. And really, it all just comes down to the timing on when you want to move. Find out what the experts we talked to have to say.

We also take a trip to Canmore to see why this is Calgary’s happy place, and we’re happy to report that you really can’t help but have a good time here – and now there are more opportunities to own a home right in this picture-perfect mountain resort town. See what we mean inside.

It’s always a good time to take the dogs out to play at the park, and in this issue, we asked some of our builder friends’ their favourites. Offleash or on, Calgary provides plenty of opportunities to let the dogs out – especially in the summer. See what we mean in our dog park feature.

And for some really cute dog pics.

There’s more to look forward to as the new home market gets into gear this summer, so follow us on Instagram and Facebook to find out the latest showhome openings and industry events you might be interested in.

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NEW HOMES

NEW CONDOS

1. CHESTERMERE

KINNIBURGH SOUTH

2. STRATHMORE

CHELSEA

By: Golden Triangle Development Builders: Golden Triangle Home Builders, 3D Homes, Wave Homes, Green Cedar Homes www.kinniburghsouth.com

THE RANCH

SOUTH SHORE

BRIDGES OF LANGDON

By: Anthem Properties 2 Builders: Trico Homes, Truman Homes, Pacesetter by Sterling Homes, Luxuria Homes chelseachestermere.com

Okotoks

DAWSON’S LANDING By: Qualico Communities.

Builders: Broadview Homes, Morrison Homes, NuVista Homes, Sterling Homes, Trico Homes, Truman Homes www.liveindawsonslanding.ca

KINNIBURGH NORTH By: Pollyco Developments Builders: SunStar Homes, Paramount Homes, Luxuria Homes, NewLook Homes, Twenty First Century Homes, Everwood Homes, Landstone Homes, Red Square Homes www.kinniburgh-chestermere.com

By: GDS on behalf of Edgewater Communities Inc. Builders: Crystal Creek Homes, Prominent Homes, Madison Avenue Group, Green Cedar Homes, and Avalon Master Builder www.liveatsouthshore.com

WATERFORD By: Douglas Developments Builders: Artistique Homes, Devine Custom Homes, Douglas Homes, Green Cedar Homes www.lifeinwaterford.com

By: Anthem Properties Builders: WestView Builders theranchunited.com

3. LANGDON By: Pollyco Developments Builders: Paramount Homes, Green Cedar Homes, SunStar Homes, Kelly Kustom Homes, Landmark Group. www.bridgesoflangdon.com

PAINTED SKY By: Qualico Communities Builders: Broadview Homes, NuVista Homes, Sterling Homes www.paintedskyinlangdon.com

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LIVE A COLOURFUL LIFE IN

PAINTED SKY The bright, blue southern Alberta skies; vast fields of golden grain and canola; rolling, green hills; and the spectacular reddish hues of the prairie sunset – it all paints a pretty picture, and it’s all captured in Painted Sky. Life is like living in a colourful canvas of small-town values in this latest development by Qualico Communities – it’s first in the hamlet of Langdon, just east of Calgary.

“Painted Sky is a family-oriented community designed to serve the housing, lifestyle, and amenity needs of its residents,” says Nina Wulder, Communications & Marketing 8

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Coordinator at Qualico Communities.

“It is a haven for families looking for an alternative to city living, but who still want the convenience of city life.”

The first blush of growth is settling in on this new community, as Qualico begins pre-sales for the first phase.

“The first phase is a Qualico exclusive phase,” says Wulder.

“Homes will solely be built by Qualico builders, including Broadview Homes with front-drive homes from the mid $600,000s; Sterling Homes’ front-drive Wide Shallow models from the low $600,000s; and NuVista Homes

has laned models from the mid $500,000s.”

She says people who purchase in Painted Sky can get a much larger lot and a bigger home for less money. “Painted Sky would appeal to people looking for a larger home and lot size in a smaller community.

We anticipate more triple car garages in the community,” Wulder says. It’s big on lifestyle within a small-town environment.

“Painted Sky is appealing to people looking for an alternative to city living, but who want the convenience of nearby amenities like schools,

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COMMUNITY Painted Sky DEVELOPER Qualico Communities BUILDERS Broadview Homes, NuVista Homes and Sterling Homes in the first phase HOME TYPES Laned homes, front garage homes, and front garage Wide-Shallow homes.

CONTACT www.paintedskyinlangdon.com

home or on “hybrid schedules” that are getting more popular will work well for Painted Sky residents. “They won’t have to leave Langdon because of all the established amenities already in town and they get a home they will love and grow in.”

The brand-new community will have all the important amenities like schools, daycares, recreation facilities, fire, police, emergency and medical services nearby. There are also numerous parks, pathways, and retail centres are all five minutes away from the community, she adds.

The community of Langdon has announced that construction began on a new High School (Grades 7-12)

that is expected to be complete for the September 2024 school year.

Painted Sky is 266 acres with nine phases, and once complete will have over 1,100 homes. It is located on the west side of Langdon, Rocky View County, immediately south of Glenmore Trail, and less than 15 minutes away from the eastern border of Calgary.

The community itself will have four playgrounds, six parks, one pond, 2.8-kilometres of pathways and one future school site at completion.

It is designed for families to put down roots and will offer spacious laned homes, front-drive homes, as well as the popular Wide-Shallow

recreation, and emergency services. If someone needed to travel outside of Langdon, the proximity to larger urban centres like Calgary and Strathmore would make it appealing.”

Larger homes and lot sizes for less money than it would cost in the city is the big appeal of Painted Sky but living in a tightknit community like Langdon, which has a population of just over 5,000, has its own charm.

Wulder says it is especially suited for young families with the ability to work from home. She says professionals working from nexthome.ca

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front drive homes that allow for more flexible floorplans.

“Painted Sky will have bigger lot sizes than the average city lot. While many Traditional front drive lots in the city start at 34 feet wide, they start at 48 feet wide here. The bigger and wider lot can mean a larger home and more space for what people need,” Wulder says.

She says that despite rising interest rates, today may actually be a good time to buy a new home.

“The climbing interest rates may make homes more expensive for people. But in Painted Sky homebuyers can get a bigger lot and a bigger home for less money than in the City of Calgary.

Buying a home right now would be great for people looking for long-term investment and to lay down roots. If you are planning to live and build a life in the community for the time to come, the investment will pay off,” she says.

Additionally, the first 30 buyers in the community will receive a Qualico Communities exclusive: $2000 credit towards services. Go to paintedskyinlangdon.com/Get-Rewarded for more.

Showhomes are under construction and should be ready for visitors by the fall.

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ADVICE | CALGARYISM

CALGARY IS ONE OF THE BEST PLACES TO LIVE IN THE WORLD

CODY BATTERSHILL

Calgary is the world’s third-mostlivable city, according to the Economist Intelligence Unit’s (EIU) Livability Index 2022. Released in late June, the annual index found us tied with Zurich, Switzerland, for the third best city in the world.

Calgary is no stranger to the EIU’s list of most livable cities. Over the past several years, we have made the top five many times but never reached the top three. Vienna, Austria, ranked first on the 2022 index with Copenhagen, Denmark, following in second. Vancouver ranked fifth, while Toronto ranked as the eighth best in the world.

In contrast to sprawling metropolises, mid-sized cities in wealthy countries fared well in the global survey of 173 cities. Each city was rated out of 100 for more than 30 qualitative and quantitative factors across five categories, including: • Stability (95) • Healthcare (100) • Culture & Environment (90) • Education (100) • Infrastructure (100) Calgary scored 96.3 overall in all five categories, a significant jump versus the EIU’s 2021 Livability Index where we dropped to 18th overall.

WHY CALGARY IS A GREAT PLACE TO LIVE

Known for its increasingly cosmopolitan vibe, Calgary is an emerging city on the global landscape that make it a highly desirable place to live.

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Calgary is incredibly diverse; we are the third most diverse major city in Canada, home to over 240 different ethnic origins. In addition, immigrants from more than 150 countries have chosen to call Calgary home, resulting in more than 120 different languages being spoken across the city.

Calgary’s rich diversity contributes significantly to world-class annual events like the Stampede, Latin Festival and GlobalFest. At such events, you’ll get to try authentic cuisines from all over the world and engage in fun familyfriendly activities.

Calgary is also located just an hour or so from the Rocky Mountains.

Enjoy hiking, biking, snowshoeing, swimming, camping, and other outdoor activities year-round amid some of Alberta’s most beautiful parks. Kananaskis Country, Banff National Park and Bragg Creek are just three of many natural areas near Calgary with a lot to offer outdoor enthusiasts.

Calgary’s river pathways are another hotspot for local activities and recreation. Whether visiting the zoo with the family, checking out an annual music festival, or going for a

much-needed run, Calgary is home to one of North America’s most extensive paved pathway systems.

Meanwhile, East Village, St. Patrick’s Island and the soon-tocome Eau Claire Plaza are eclectic cultural destinations, adding immensely to the overall vibrancy of Calgary’s streetscapes.

CALGARY REAL ESTATE AFFORDABILITY

Calgary properties are also relatively affordable compared to their counterparts in most other Canadian metropolises, another great reason to live in the city.

If you’re considering making a move in the local market, it’s critical to get the best advice from an experienced Realtor® that has your best interests at heart.

While Calgary properties may be more affordable than other cities, that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t do your due diligence while searching for a home. Hire a trusted professional who can help you successfully navigate your transaction!

Wishing you all the best in your house hunt and a great rest of the summer!

Cody Battershill is the founder of Calgaryism and a top producing Realtor® at RE/MAX House of Real Estate. Born and raised in Calgary, Cody has a passion for helping his clients accomplish their real estate goals and loves to show off the best that Calgary has to offer! He can be reached at 403.370.4008, on Twitter @ Calgaryism and Calgaryism.ca

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CALGARY

WHAT’S HAPPENING We all know we live in the best city in the world, but it gives us extra pride when the rest of the world knows it too. Calgary was ranked third in the Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU) Global Liveability Index.

Historically, Calgary has always ranked among the Top 10 in this annual survey, but this is its highest ranking so far, as it is tied for third with Zurich, Switzerland. Vienna, Austria, topped the list, followed by Copenhagen, Denmark. Vancouver was ranked fifth.

Cities are rated in six categories, including stability, health care, culture, environment, education and infrastructure. Calgary received top marks for culture, environment and education.

According to the Calgary Economic Development agency, Calgary has one the youngest and third most diverse population in Canada, with more than 120 languages spoken. “Add to this Calgary’s affordable cost of living and vibrant culinary, arts and culture scene, it’s no wonder why the city continues to attract innovators from around the world,” it says.

Shane Homes’ latest in Belmont Shane Homes is cranking up the excitement in Belmont as they introduce their latest front-drive showhome: The Moraine.

The 2,100-square-foot, three-bedroom, two-and-a-half bath showhome opened on July 16, and feedback has been very positive, says Shane Homes Marketing Team Lead, Chelsey Tattrie.

The standard Moraine model is at 1,985 square-feet but the new showhome includes a “super kitchen and an upgraded ensuite” for its show-stopping flair. It also features a spacious island in the central rear kitchen, a bright dining nook at the back, and a second-floor central family room that separates the owner’s suite from the secondary bedrooms.

Its location in Belmont also adds to its allure for young families, with prices starting from the $710,000s. For more information, go to shanehomes.com.

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DID YOU KNOW?

The City of Calgary provides 150 public off-leash areas for dogs to enjoy.

Greystone begins in Cochrane

An exciting, new community in Cochrane got underway, as Greystone breaks ground.

Greystone is a 150-acre community being developed near the Bow River just off Cochrane’s downtown. It is turning a former rock quarry into a modern, familyoriented community equipped with all the amenities that promise a life of ease.

The community being developed by Burnswest Properties will include diverse home choices, inviting streetscapes, a community plaza and pond, recreational park, walk and cycle paths. It is connected to a river pathway network and easily accessible commercial and recreation services including the Spray Lake Sawmills Family Sports Centre next door.

Builders include Avalon Master Builder, Douglas Homes, Green Cedar Homes, Ocgrow Group, Prominent Homes, and Rohit Communities.

The first phase of 129 residential lots, an exciting urban townhome development, a 6-acre grocery anchor site, and a new hotel partner are all planned in the first stage of development this year.

“We’re excited to have an award-winning builder group and commercial partners to have placed their trust in us and are a big part of what will make Greystone special,” says Josh Hagen, vice-president of development for Burnswest Properties. Construction of showhomes are starting this summer. “The mix of uses, the densities and the vibrancy that Greystone will create for Cochrane is so rare and unique,” he adds. Go to liveatgreystone.com for more.

New Mahogany showhomes The award-winning lake community of Mahogany just opened its newest showhome parade that emphasizes the wide array of home styles and designs available in this popular southeast neighbourhood.

Fifteen new showhomes from Hopewell Residential, Jayman BUILT and Excel Homes that includes paired, laned and front-attached garage homes along Magnolia Terrace.

Hopewell Residential impressed with two new paired models, two new laned models and two new front-attached garage models. Their show homes showcased one and two-bedroom basement suite options and the highly talked about secondary side entrances, along with Hopewell’s mix and match interior design options

and luxurious primary suites.

Jayman BUILT pulled out all the stops by showcasing their energy efficient, top selling, laned home - the Avid 20 - which features Net Zero Certification, Ultraviolet Air Purification and Smart Home Technology Systems. Also in attendance was their two new frontattached garage show homes and two other laned show homes.

Lastly, Excel Homes’ brand new models were on full display. Two newly reimagined front-attached garage show homes and two new laned homes opened their doors, and featured gourmet kitchens, open-concept design and upper floor lofts. The spacious floorplans were completed with Excel Homes

award-winning grand primary suites.

For more info, go to www.mahoganyliving.com nexthome.ca

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NEW CONDOS

1. SADDLESTONE

6. LIVINGSTON

By: Genesis Land Development Corp.

Builders: Genesis Builders Group saddlestonecalgary.com

By: Brookfield Residential Builders: Homes by Avi, Brookfield Residential, Morrison Homes, JaymanBuilt, Cedarglen Homes, Daytona Homes

2. CORNERSTONE By: Anthem Properties Builders: Jayman BUILT, Luxuria Homes, Morrison Homes, Pacesetter by Sterling Homes, Shane Homes Truman liveatcornerstone.ca

3. REDSTONE By: Qualico Communities Builders: Broadview Homes, Pacesetter Homes, Red Embers Point by StreetSide Developments calgary.qualicocommunities.com/redstone

4. CITYSCAPE By: Mattamy Homes Builders: Mattamy Homes mattamyhomes.com

5. SAVANNA IN SADDLE RIDGE By: Genstar Development Co. Builders: Cardel Homes, Homes by Avi, Excel Homes, Arcuri Homes, Rohit Communities, Prominent Homes genstar.com/calgary/savanna

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MAVERICK By: Avi Urban brookfieldresidential.com

7. SKYVIEW RANCH By: Brookfield Residential Builders: Arrive by Partners Developments

8. CORNERBROOK By: Westcreek Developments Builders: WestCreek Homes, Stepper, Maddison Avenue, Cardel Homes, Trico Homes, Pacesetter by Sterling Homes and Luxuria Homes livecornerbrook.ca

9. HOMESTEAD By: Partners Development Group Builders: Excel Homes, Genesis Builder Group, Trico Homes, Journey by partners townhomes liveinhomestead.ca

10. THE PARKS OF HARVEST HILLS By: Cedarglen Builder: Cedarglen Homes, Cedarglen Living theparksofharvesthills.com

11. CARRINGTON By: Genstar Builders: Homes by Avi, Rohit genstar.com

12. CARRINGTON SOUTH By: Apex Developments and H3 Developments Builders: Excel Homes, Trico Homes, Truman Homes

13. CARRINGTON By: Mattamy Homes Builders: Mattamy Homes mattamyhomes.com

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here’s something magical about summer sun. It brings feelings of excitement, layers of warmth and a dose of nostalgia. The cheerful sunshine hue is in natural abundance this season, but it also makes a case for being the perfect transitional home decor colour that can take us from summer to fall.

The timeless shade is also effortlessly trendy and was highlighted in Pantone’s Autumn/Winter 2022/2023 New York Fashion Week Colour Palette with Samoan Sun – a tone that “enlightens and illuminates”. It also popped up as Spicy Mustard within Pantone’s London Fashion Week Autumn/Winter 2022/2023 report and was described as “strikingly exotic”. Taking cues from the fashion world, you’ll see that these golden yellows will not only bring a burst of happiness into the home, but they also deliver endless versatility. From eyecatching decorative accents, to larger impact pieces that immediately elevate the style of a space, it’s clear that this colour edit is anything but mellow.

Reminiscing about the lemon trees on the Amalfi Coast? Bring that citrus motif into your home with an unexpected and dramatic dark background for ultimate sophistication. If you’re loving those dreamy sunflower fields popping up on your Instagram and Pinterest feeds, then this is your sign to welcome those sunny hues into your living spaces. Because, the summer sun may be fleeting, but its colour inspiration is a forever kind of thing.

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9. QUARRY PARK By: Remington Development Corporation THE GATES II by Remington Development Corporation

GATESTONE TOWNHOME COLLECTION by Remington Development Corporation

CALAIS VILLAS by Remington Development Corporation

10. SETON By: Brookfield Residential Builders: Avalon Master Builder, Brookfield Residential, Cedarglen Homes, Jayman BUILT, Rohit Communities, Trico Homes thesetonexperience.com

11. UNITY IN SETON Builders: Trico Homes

12. WALDEN By: Genstar Builders: Cardel Homes, Excel Homes, Homes

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NEW CONDOS

1. ARTESIA AT HERITAGE POINTE By: Brookfield Residential Builders: Augusta Fine Homes, Homes by Avi, Brookfield Residential liveinartesia.com

2. AUBURN BAY By: Brookfield Residential Builders: Morrison Homes, REGATTA by Brookfield Residential AUBURN RISE by Logel Homes liveauburnbay.ca

3. COPPERFIELD CHALET NO. 6 by Hopewell

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13. WESTMAN VILLAGE

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By: Jayman BUILT Builders: Jayman BUILT westmanvillage.com

5. CRANSTON

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by Avalon Master Builder brookfieldresidential.com

CRANSTON’S RIVERSTONE Builders: Cedarglen Homes, Baywest Homes, Calbridge Homes, Brookfield Residential experienceriverstone.com

By: Westcreek Developments Builders: Cove Properties, Stepper, Trico Homes, Shane Homes, JaymanBUILT, Morrison Homes, Maddison Avenue liveatwolfwillow.ca

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BRIDGELAND 3. Bridgeland Crossings II

by Gablecraft Homes liveat.bridgelandcrossings.com 4. Radius by Bucci Developments bucci.com/radius/ 5. Alvaro by Cruz Custom Homes.

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EAST VILLAGE DEVELOPER: CMLC 7. INK by Battistella Developments battistella.ca/ink/ 8. EVOLUTION by Embassy Bosa evolutioncalgary.com 9. VERVE by Fram Building Group framhomes.com 10. N3 Condos by Knightsbridge & Metorpia N3condo.ca

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MISSION 17. DUKE by Avi Urban aviurban.com 18. MATRIX IN MISSION by Mission 19 Ltd and Gravity Architecture. matrixliving.ca 19. NEST by Bowman. nestyyc.ca

VICTORIA PARK 20. GUARDIAN by Hon Towers theguardiancalgary.com

WEST END 21. AVENUE by Grosvenor & Cressey avenuewestend.com

SOUTH CALGARY/ MARDA LOOP 22. THE BROOKLYN by Trico Homes tricohomes.com

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TRENDING | NEW BUILD VS SPEC YYC

Prominent Homes

BUYING A SPEC HOME OR BUILDING A NEW ONE?

by PEPPER RODRIGUEZ Building a new home can be as easy as 1-2-3, but there is an even easier way of owning one. If a buyer wants to move into their new home in the shortest time possible, they can always purchase a spec home or move-in-ready home.

But what is the difference between building a home of your own from scratch or buying a pre-made one?

Turns out there isn’t really much.

Both are new homes that no one has lived in before. The main difference is the time of possession.

Homebuilders offer spec homes because not every homebuyer has months to wait for their new home to be built. This also allows builders to keep their team of tradespersons busy.

The builder spec home has been a tried-and-true industry standard.

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A spec home is industry speak for a home that is built before a homebuyer makes a purchase.

It is constructed using builder specifications (hence, “spec”) and most are move-in ready or at least available for a quick possession.

We spoke with Prominent Homes and Calbridge Homes to get their perspective on what buyers can expect in making either decision.

TIMELINES

According to Pal Shergill, President of Prominent Homes, one of the advantages of buying a spec home is that it eliminates the lag time between moving into a new home while the old home is sold. “Spec homes allow buyers to purchase a new home quickly, they can take advantage of selling their home first and once the

offer is firmed up, they can buy a quick possession home.”

While building a home from scratch gives buyers the advantage of choosing their own design and finishes that fits their lifestyle.

“You can customize your home to your family’s specific needs and wants. You also get to pick your own colours and materials of every room and detail in your home from windows to cabinet handles and everything in between,” Shergill says.

“A new build on a pre-sale home is currently taking about 8-10 months from time of purchase to possession, so its advantage is it does give people more time to pack and move out which is great as well.”

Edmundo Azuaje, Manager of Marketing and Communications at Calbridge Homes, says besides

the advantage of much-faster possessions, there is no other discernable difference – in price or in style - between a spec home and a pre-sale one.

“We build our spec homes with everything in mind. We like to call our spec homes ‘Designer Homes’, because our Interior Designers at our 78 Design Studio selected curated colour palettes to ensure the homes are fresh, current, and have well thought of details,” he says.

Shergill says it’s much the same with their process. “Building with Prominent, you know that each of our homes are designed unique with the help of Interior Designers that hand pick colours and materials for each of our homes.”

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MORE SPEC HOME ADVANTAGES

Shergill says buying a spec home comes with added advantages. “It lets you take advantage of options to port over your mortgage to a new home or to take advantage of changing interest rates – which is very helpful especially in today’s market,” he says.

Getting into a new pre-built home also means that buyers “aren’t waiting on the supply chain to get materials into your home and unexpected delays in possession due to supply chain disruptions,” Shergill adds.

But whether buying new-build or spec, Azuaje says buyers still get the peace-of-mind that only a new home brings.

“The biggest advantage of buying a new or spec home over resale is knowing exactly what you are buying, giving you peace of mind knowing that a brand-new home won’t give you any issues or any troubles for a few years. That peace of mind is priceless!” he says.

“When you buy a new home or spec home you know that you are buying a home with the best industry standards that could lead to better building codes, energy saving practices and overall a longer lasting home. Something Calbridge Homes is incredibly proud of is the fact that we actually build our homes above the industry code.”

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Calbridge Homes

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CHALLENGES

The hot Calgary new home market has presented a challenge to inventory, Shergill says. “We are having a hard time keeping inventory of quick possession homes, going back to the spring of 2021. We do not have any standing inventory of quick possession homes, they are all selling before construction is completed.”

They do have quick-possession homes available for sale in all the communities they build in with possession times varying from one month to up to three.

Calbridge Homes is facing the very same challenges, but they still maintain about a third of production for spec homes.

“The past year has definitely been challenging to keep spec home inventory due to high amounts of demand,” Azuaje says. “But we are always planning and do our best to ensure we have quick possession homes available to offer that option to homebuyers that might have a tighter timeline.”

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He says buyers looking to build their own home can look at 10to 14-months for possessions, depending on the home they choose.

“Buyers looking to move sooner can expect to be in a completed spec home within about three weeks,” he adds.

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Buyers can find Prominent Homes spec homes in Savanna in northeast Calgary, Wedderburn in Okotoks, Rivercrest in Cochrane, and soon in Greystone in Cochrane and South Shore in Chestermere.

Go to prominenthomes.ca for more information.

Calbridge Homes offers their spec homes in all their nine communities in Calgary and area, including in Fireside and The Willows of River Heights in Cochrane, Bayside in Airdrie, and Harmony in Springbank. Find out more at calbridgehomes.com.

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Here are some of our favourites from the Calgary shopping scene.

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1. Lena accent teal bench, $329.00, avanica.com 2. Diego 26-inch Counter Stool gold legs in Black/blue/grey seat, $299.00, avanica.com

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By: West Campus Development Trust Builders: Avi Urban, Brookfield Residential, Truman, Brenda Strafford Foundation, Gracorp Capital myuniversitydistrict.ca

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trending | eXpLore CAnmore

MORE TO LOVE IN

CANMORE Everyone knows that Canmore is Calgary’s happy place, and with more new home opportunities opening, it can be a happily-ever-after place too.

The promise that Canmore holds has always been as a haven for city-weary denizens looking for some respite from the hurly burly. The town’s fresh mountain air, tons of recreational offerings, and unmatched views of the Rockies has always been the perfect tonic against the daily grind.

Post-lockdown, Canmore looks as inviting as ever! As the province slowly finds its way back to normal, Canmore is again stirring with new activity. There are reports that recreational home market is seeing a new vitality, and Canmore will certainly benefit from this.

A Town of Canmore Census points out that although there is no official count of the non-permanent population in this mountain resort town just west of Calgary, a Statistics Canada report points out that it is on the rise. It says there were 2,369 26

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estimated private dwellings not occupied by usual residents here in 2021, an increase of 144 residences from 2016.

It’s no surprise that people will want to live here just after one visit, and the town of about 15,000 is likely to see a spike as more new home opportunities pop up in the popular multi-family development of Spring Creek Mountain Village and even single-family homes in a recently approved residential subdivision in the historic Brewster family homestead. mountAin resort toWn

Bruce Marpole, Communications Manager or Tourism Canmore Kananaskis isn’t surprised why more people would want to live in Canmore.

“The Town of Canmore is the perfect hub for adventure. A picturepostcard perfect community enveloped by the majesty of the Canadian Rockies,” he tells Calgary New Home + Condo Guide. “Trendy boutiques, gourmet dining, eclectic

art galleries, 80 + kilometres of pathways, and a diverse population of residents including accomplished mountaineers and Olympic athletes; this is Canmore.”

The nearby Kananaskis Country that surrounds Canmore to the north, south, and east - adds to the allure.

“Kananaskis is an impressive mountain landscape spilling across a series of protected provincial parks. Emerald green waterways, unspoiled wilderness and snowcapped mountain peaks, and home to four-season activities for all levels of adventurers. To the west is Banff National Park and only a 20-minute drive to the Town of Banff, making Canmore the perfect adventure hub for all your activities.”

Regardless of the weather or time of year, Marpole says there are “endless opportunities” for both indoor and outdoor fun. From museums and galleries to hiking and white-water rafting, the possibilities go on-and-on.

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Marpole says tourism was the hardest hit industry during the pandemic and is expected to be the last to fully recover. But Canmore and Kananaskis were largely spared from the brunt of the lockdowns’ impact. “(We were) fortunate to be a haven for Albertans to get out and connect with Nature during the pandemic when regular travel was not possible”

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He adds that it is looking like a return to pre-pandemic levels is in the offing. “For the first time since 2019 we are starting to once again see international travellers starting to return. We are seeing things are starting to get back to “normal” and we expect a busy summer, but the tourism industry is not expected to make a full recovery until 2024.”

It is looking also like the mountain resort town is still attracting new home buyers even though Canmore real estate prices have increase by 5 per cent from November 2019 to November 2020, says real estate research think tank, WOWA.ca.

“The average price of a home in Canmore is $777,000. Apartments are the most commonly sold property type on the Canmore real estate market, followed by townhouses, detached houses, and semi-detached houses, respectively,” it adds.

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Leading the charge for new home opportunities here is Spring Creek Mountain Village.

“Spring Creek is at the heart of Canmore, offering diverse home options so that people can own and live how they want, whether it be full time, for vacation use or as a rental income property,” says the developer, Frank Kernick.

“With our central location we have 360-degree views of the Rocky Mountains and are a short walk to Main Street and all of the activities that Canmore has to offer. Our owners love the Spring Creek vision that celebrates a friendly atmosphere and sense of connectedness to the surrounding natural environment.”

The development just off Canmore’s downtown is about halfway built out, and it is close to fulfilling the master plan for a modern mountain retreat. It has been on a rapid path to progress since development started in 2006, with a host of condo and townhome buildings already finished. It is also now home to the new Malcolm Hotel and the Origin at Spring Creek retirement facility. This fall Spring Creek will be announcing details on its newest residence, Black Swift Lodge. Go to springcreekcanmore.ca for more info.

The recent approval for development of land that is part of the historic homestead of the much-renowned Brewster family promises even more opportunities

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A guide to spending the dAy in CAnmore

“If you ask someone what they love about Canmore, they’ll likely tell you the same thing: The locals are warm, friendly and welcoming.

The views are breathtaking. There are activities for everyone to enjoy,” says Tourism Canmore Kananaskis’ Bruce Marpole. “The amenities are extensive and far surpass what you would find in most town of this size.

Kananaskis

for prospective new Canmore residents. And whereas Spring Creek offers mostly apartment-style condos, this 22-homesite community will be exclusively for singlefamily luxury homes.

Located on lands homesteaded by John Brewster in the late 1800s, the Brewster Kananaskis Ranch Development (BKRD) project is situated on the edge of Kananaskis Country, just off Highway 1X, along the banks of the Bow River and near to the base of Mount Yamnuska.

“There is limited supply of land in the Bow Valley for single-family homes,” says Shane Jonker, president, Brewster’s Kananaskis Ranch Development. “The objective is to create a truly unique community in this ‘once-in-alifetime’ setting without sacrificing the magnificence of the Kananaskis Ranch.”

The Brewster Kananaskis Ranch Development plan has been carefully thought out with detailed consideration to the natural environment, landscape, and existing amenities to ensure a world-class resort experience.

For more information, visit brewsterskananaskisranchdevelopment.com.

Photo courtesy thegrizzlyPaw.com

Grizzly Paw Brewing Co

For best first impressions here are his suggestions: • Take a helicopter ride up to a distant mountain range with Alpine Helicopter. If you’re feeling up to it, get dropped off for some heli-hiking or even heli-yoga among the breathtaking scenery.

• In the afternoon, explore the exciting underground world of Rat’s Nest Cave.

Knowledgeable guides tour you throughout natural history, which includes twisting passages and ornate chambers of stalactites & stalagmites.

• Afterwards, wind down with a brewery tour and tasting, or explore one of over 80 world-class restaurants for an unforgettable dinner.

Foodie sCene

You will be surprised at just how many restaurants are making mouths water in our little mountain town. From Local Pub favourites to cafes to gourmet farm-to-table experiences, Canmore is a mecca for the Foodies. There are well over 80 restaurants tickling the taste buds of residents and visitors alike. It is a foodie scene second-to-none.

• Said to be one of the most romantic restaurants in Alberta, Sauvage is best known for its Chefs’ Tasting Menu. The Hunter (meat embellished menu) or the Gatherer (plant-based menu), paired with a nice bottle of wine, makes for a lovely evening out.

• Tavern 1883 Kitchen + Bar is a family friendly neighbourhood restaurant and bar serving fresh “proper” food and fabulous drinks. Charming, cozy and inviting, Tavern 1883 is built around an early 1900’s home and the character shines through. They serve classic pub fair included local favourite, their award-winning burger.

• Mountain fresh water and natural ingredients are the difference-makers for the several breweries and distillery’s’ in Canmore. The Grizzly Paw Brewing Company is just one local brewery that has the recipe for success for its craft beer.

Recently a new state of the art micro-brewery and tasting room, called Tank310 was opened to meet demand for their small-batch beer such as Rutting Elk Ale, Grumpy Bear Honey Wheat and Powder Hound Pilsner. All served with one of the best views in town.

More at explorecanmore.ca.

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by Sterling, Rohit heartlandcochrane.com

3. THE WILLOWS OF RIVER HEIGHTS By: La Vita Land Builders: Janssen Homes, Kingsmith Homes, NuVista Homes, Calbridge Homes and Sterling Homes thewillowscochrane.com

6. SUNSET RIDGE By: Melcor Developments Builders: Excel Homes, Homes by Avi, JaymanBUILT, Landmark Homes liveinsunsetridge.ca

7. RIVERCREST By: Slokker Homes , Qualico Communities Builders: Broadview Homes, Kingsmith Homes, Prominent Homes, Sterling Homes, and Trico Homes homeisrivercrest.ca

4. PRECEDENCE IN RIVERSONG By: Tamani Communities Builders: Jayman BUILT, Trico Homes,

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2. RAVENSWOOD By: Qualico Communities Builders: NuVista Homes, McKee Homes, Pacesetter Homes ravenswoodairdrie.com

3. COOPER’S CROSSING By: Westmark Holdings Builders: Harder Homes, McKee Homes, NuVista Homes; Emerald New Homes and Douglas Homes cooperscrossing.ca

7. PIER 11 By: Genesis Land Development Corp.

Builders: Genesis Builder Group pier11airdrie.com

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9. CREEKSIDE CREEKSIDE VILLAGE

5. SOUTHWINDS By: Mattamy Homes Builders: Mattamy Homes mattamyhomes.com/calgary

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10. GEORGETOWN @ Reunion by Slokker Homes

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11. VISTA CROSSING IN CROSSFIELD By: Dream Development Builders: McKee Homes, Reidbuilt Homes, Homes by Dream vistacrossing.ca

12. CHINOOK GATE By: Brookfield Residential Builders: Brookfield Residential, Excel Homes, McKee Homes chinookgate.com

13. SOUTHPOINT By: Vesta Properties Builders: Vesta Properties vestasouthpoint.com

14. BAYVIEW By: Genesis Land Development Corp.

Builders: Calbridge Homes, Genesis Builders Group, Stepper Homes genesisland.com

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TRENDING | DOG PARKS

Arthur and Penny at Fish Creek Park

DOG DAYS OF SUMMER

by PEPPER RODRIGUEZ

Cowtown is also Dogtown apparently, as Calgary has some of the best places to take your pooches for a walk. Whether off-leash or on, Calgary offers a ton of opportunities to let the dogs out.

According to the City of Calgary, there are more than 150 off-leash areas for doggies to run around in – the most among all major North American cities. That’s just perfect for the reported 91,568 licensed dogs in the city.

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Higgins Park formerly Southland Park also in the southeast.

There are simple etiquette rules to follow when using these off-leash areas though, and overly reactive pooches are encouraged to use onleash areas instead. And Calgary has plenty of those as well. Fish Creek Park in the south is among them, so is Nose Hill Park in the northwest.

Pet-friendly multi-family developments like University District and Westman Village have their own little slice of doggie heaven. The former is largely open to the public, while the latter is for residents only.

University District (U/D) has two urban off-leash “pooch playgrounds”

Bear at Glenbrook off-leash park

Bucky and Toomi at University District

Ozzy

and even hosts an annual dogcentric event called “Tails and Treasures.” Both parks are linked by U/D’s robust pathway system which spans over 12 kilometres.

Westman Village, which still has a few opportunities to own a new condo suite (including a penthouse

and a few walkouts), has a 1,300 square-foot dog park with separate sections for small and large dogs. It comes with artificial turf, a drinking station and even a fire hydrant!

“Owners love that they don’t have to go far to let their dogs have some exercise,” says Jayman BUILT Marketing Manager, Vanessa Sambrooke.

Land developers are also getting into the act by offering not just walking trails but dedicated dog parks, like Wolf Willow by the Bow River and Southpoint in Airdrie.

Qualico Communities’ developments are all dog-friendly with kilometres of walking trails. We asked a couple of Qualico employees where they take their furry friends to enjoy the sunny days.

“If I am taking my dog, Ozzy, offleash I like Southwood Park because it is big and there is lots of space for U/D Tails and Treasures

the dogs to run around, it is also not too busy,” says Qualico Communities’ Marketing and Communications Coordinator, Nina Wulder.

“On hot days though like this week I will take my dog to one of the parks by the river like Sandy Beach or Riverside so that he goes in the water,” she adds.

Max Conrad, Marketing Manager at StreetSide Developments – Qualico’s multi-family arm – isn’t a big fan of off-leash parks and would rather take his dogs, Penny and Arthur, to Fish Creek Park for leisurely, trouble-free walks. “It’s good to live in a place that offers as much recreational opportunities to people as much as pooches,” Conrad says.

Check out the list of off-leash areas at Calgary.ca, calgarycanine.com also has some tips on where best to take you furry friends and rules to observe while there.

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